Radiation Control Technician 2025-2378

::: {tabindex="-1"} # Radiation Control Technician ::: Job ID2025-2378 Category Administrative Location : Location US-NM-Albuquerque Type Full-time Division Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute (LBRI) ## Overview The Radiation Control Technician supports the Institute in the area of radiological protection ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations by measuring, assessing and documenting radiological conditions in the workplace. In addition, the incumbent is expected to support other environmental, safety and health disciplines. ## Qualifications Requires an Associates Degree in health physics or radiological science and 3 years experience as a radiological control technician or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained. Equivalence will be evaluated against ANSI/ANS 3.1-1987 technician qualification criteria. Candidate must have comprehensive knowledge of the principles of radiation physics and implementation of radiological controls. Must have a demonstrated understanding of applicable OSHA, EPA, NRC, and DOT related regulations. Must be mechanically inclined, able to troubleshoot and make decisions with limited supervision. Requires strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently and as a part of a team, as well as a solid understanding of the need to balance customer satisfaction with procedure compliance. Requires professional-level computer skills to include experience with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed. A post-offer, pre-placement physical examination, ability to obtain required vaccinations, and successful completion of various background checks are required. Applicants must be willing to work in an ABSL-3 environment and with radiation. Ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force base (KAFB) is required. ## Preferred/Additional Qualifications Preference will be given to applicants with experience in an environment under NRC or agreement state regulations. NRRPT certification or eligibility for certification is highly desired. The incumbent must have significant knowledge in a research and development environment with experience in at least one other ESandH discipline, i.e., industrial hygiene, hazardous material handling, biosafety, or industrial safety. The incumbent should be trained in shipping Class 7 materials under both DOT and IATA. In addition, applicants with experience handling transuranic isotopes will be given preference. ## Physical Requirements Work is performed in a variety of settings including office and laboratory environments, as well as in outdoor areas. Will frequently stand, walk, sit, kneel, crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, etc.), reach/work overhead, frequently lift/carry/push/pull heavy objects that weigh up to 50 pounds and perform desk-based computer tasks. Will wear personal protective equipment which may include a respirator. Will work in close proximity to an environment containing research animals and will be required to work in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious agents are present which may require vaccinations. The above is intended to describe the general requirements for the position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of physical requirements. The Institute will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position. ## Salary Salary is commensurate with experience. Lovelace Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer [](https://careers-lrri.icims.com/jobs/23 8/radiation-control-technician/job?mode=applyandapply=yesandin_iframe=1andhashed=-1834476029 "Apply for this position") Apply for this position Share on your newsfeed Equal Opportunity Employer Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as designated by federal, state or local law. All applicants and employees are further protected from discrimination based on inquiring about, disclosing or discussing the compensation of other applicants or employees. For assistance with our application process, including reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to participate in the application process, please send an email